3 credits
Fall 2026 Lecture Upper Division
This course explores approaches to inventory management, forecasting, network planning, and supply contracts. Students will examine procurement and outsourcing strategies, flexibility, global logistics, and risk management to navigate complex supply chain challenges. Topics will be covered through lectures, case studies, and a hands-on, semester-long business simulation, where student teams manage a company and make strategic decisions.
Learning Outcomes1Design and manage supply chains that optimize efficiency, resilience, and sustainability while aligning with overarching business objectives.
2Apply key models in capacity planning, inventory management, pricing, network planning, and risk management to make informed decisions in supply chain operations.
3Analyze the interdependencies between supply chain operations and other business functions, such as marketing, R&D, sales, and finance, to optimize overall business performance.
4Demonstrate a systems-thinking approach by considering the holistic impact of supply chain decisions on the organization and its stakeholders.
5Assess and evaluate the value of information within supply chain decision-making contexts.
Prerequisites
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